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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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